U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed their countries’ commitment to strengthening joint cooperation in confronting drug cartels and transnational criminal groups.

A statement issued by the U.S. Department of State following Rubio’s visit to Mexico and meeting with Sheinbaum at the National Palace in Mexico City said: “The two sides confirmed the strength of the partnership between the United States and Mexico, and their joint commitment to dismantle drug cartels, combat fentanyl and violence perpetrated by transnational criminal groups, as well as to fight illegal immigration and promote economic prosperity and security.”

During a joint press conference with Mexican Foreign Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente, Rubio said Washington intends to continue its operations in the Caribbean region to destroy boats used for drug trafficking.

On her part, the Mexican president wrote on her X platform account: “During the friendly meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, an agreement was reached on a cooperation program in border security and law enforcement, following several months of joint work. The program is based on four main pillars: reciprocity, respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, shared responsibility, and mutual trust.”

It is worth noting that since the arrival of U.S. President Donald Trump to the White House, Sheinbaum has been praised for her approach to her American counterpart, especially amid the escalation of mass deportations in the U.S. and her pressure on Latin American countries to halt migration waves.